Become a foster carer
Introduction to Fostering
Welcome to our fostering support service, where our dedicated team provides expert guidance, mentorship, and resources to help you create a loving and stable home for children in need.
What becoming a foster carer involves
Becoming a foster carer involves providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing home for children who cannot live with their birth families. This role requires undergoing a comprehensive assessment and training process, ensuring you have the skills and knowledge to meet the children's needs.
Foster carers work closely with social workers and other professionals, participate in ongoing training, and offer emotional and practical support to help children thrive.
Our commitment is to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge to provide the best possible care for the children who need it most.
How we support you to become a foster carer
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Initial enquiry via phone, email or online form
Exploration of eligibility criteria
Home visit to assess suitability
Invitation to Fostering Simulations Group Session
Decision made to continue
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Start of background checks
Skills to Foster® training
Ongoing checks and medical
Decision made to continue
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Core stage of assessment
Panel attendance
Approval
FAACTS accompanies you from start to finish
Consistency during the entire assessment process is crucial for prospective foster carers as it ensures a clear, structured, and supportive journey towards becoming a foster carer. It helps build trust, reduces anxiety, and provides a reliable point of contact for any questions or concerns that arise.
Having FAACTS accompany you from start to finish, and beyond, offers continuous guidance, personalised support, and expert advice. This includes post-approval training and ongoing support, reassuring foster carers that they will continue with trusted partners who can guide and support them through their fostering journey.
This consistent support system ensures you are well-informed and supported at every stage, leading to a smoother and more reassuring experience.
FAACTS is accredited and assured with:
Skills to Foster®
Children Workforce Development Council® (CWDC)
ParentAssess®
Graded Care Profile II®
CoramBaaf®
Social Work England (SWE) Registered
What our clients say about us
“Elrose provided us with exceptional support during a challenging time with our Independent Fostering Provider. With Elrose's guidance and expertise, we were able to navigate what was a very testing time for our family, and emerged stronger and more confident in our fostering role.”
—M.A & A.S
Start your foster care journey in 3 simple steps
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Tell us about your current living situation
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Discussing your eligibility
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3 day training to learn more about Fostering
Let’s discuss your Fostering eligibility
Register your interest in the form, and we’ll call you to discuss the next steps and provide more information about becoming a foster parent.
Frequently asked questions
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Becoming a foster carer will not cost you anything.
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Fostering can be provided in owned or rented accommodation.
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No, you do not need to have a partner to foster; single individuals are welcome to apply.
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To allow the assessment to see all that has made you who you are.
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FAACTS is able to provide ongoing advocacy to foster carers.
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Placements are provided by the fostering service, whether Local Authority or Independent Fostering Provider.
Ready to support children with a safe, nurturing and happy home?
Begin your fostering journey today